Authorised by Academic Registrar, April 1996
Objectives On completion of this subject students are expect to apply theories of leadership, management and decision making to changing, shaping managing in organisations or community contexts; demonstrate an understanding of organisational, clinical and consumer responses to the implementation of contemporary Australian health care policies; analyse the implications for management of the standards for nursing homes and other health care facilities; examine case management methods and the implications for the management of nursing care; demonstrate a knowledge of case-mix method of funding Australian health care organisations; critically analyse the documentation requirements related to funding methods within extended care settings; implement management processes which support team work within the organisation; demonstrate communication skills which promote a positive working and living environment within the organisation or work setting; review contemporary models of quality management for the improvement of care.
Synopsis This subject introduces the nature of management in a mutlidisciplinary health care environment. It examines management issues that arise in the implementation of health care policy and in the provision of professional nursing services.
Assessment Written assignment: 50% + Presentation: 20% + Fieldwork: 30%